ArticleBIFA applications in Queensland: Another timely reminder on serviceA respondent to a payment claim must ensure that it responds with its payment schedule within the Prescribed Period.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleBody corporate regulating pets in community building – NuisanceA body corporate has responsibility to balance between competing individual rights and the collective rights of owners.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleDealing with new reasons and partial invalidity of adjudication decisionUpdate on provisions of the BIF (SOP) Act dealing with New Reasons and partial invalidity of adjudication decision.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleSigning electronically explainedThe article looks at documents to be signed electronically and what makes an electronic signature legally effective.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleAssociations Incorporation and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2019 (Qld)Associations should fully familiarise themselves with the new provisions, for purposes of compliance and risk management.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleChanges to the Franchising Code of Conduct – New Car Retailing MarketThe NVDA Regulations addressed concerns of the new car retailing market by amending Schedule 1 of the Franchising Code.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleGhost in the machine: but does the ghost invent what it makes?The ghost in the machine exists independently of human innovation.AustraliaIntellectual PropertyBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleQuestionable construction adjudication decision against you?What needs to be proven in order to prevent an adjudication decision being enforced before the court makes its determination.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleCrypto assets in Australia – now and soon to beDiscussion of current laws affecting crypto assets in Australia, and what is proposed to happen in the near future.AustraliaTechnologyBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleRegistered designs in AustraliaThe request for examination of the design called into question the "newness and distinctiveness" of the design. AustraliaIntellectual PropertyBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleNotice of Conditions – Should You Consent to an Order under Clause 175 of the Poisons and Therapeutic Goods Regulation?Important issues for pharmacists to be aware that of.AustraliaConsumer ProtectionBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleNew legal risks coming for Members of incorporated associations in QueenslandMembers will face similar duties to company directors, which includes hefty penalties and damages for insolvent trading.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticlePreference Share Structures In Australia: Understanding The BasicsPreference shares are a common financing tool used by Australian companies, particularly startups, growth businesses and venture-backed enterprises.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleThe new breach reporting obligations for financial advisers, brokers and lendersThe government has introduced a mandatory breach reporting regime for licensed financial advisers, brokers and lenders.AustraliaFinance and BankingBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleThe mystery of aftermarket parts regulation in Australia clarifiedA brief overview of current laws and regulations on aftermarket parts fitted to motor vehicles in Australia.AustraliaTransportBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleProposed changes to the Personal Property Securities Act 2009Explains the proposed changes to the PPSA.AustraliaFinance and BankingBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleChallenges to carrying out a successful Small Business RestructuringDifficulties that businesses, directors & creditors will face with the SBR process. Includes link to SBR explanation.AustraliaInsolvency/Bankruptcy/Re-StructuringBennett & Philp Lawyers
Article4 practical tips for common intellectual property issuesThis article provides four practical tips on how to ensure that you avoid these intellectual property mistakes.AustraliaIntellectual PropertyBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleSigning loan documents safely and electronicallyThe article explains current legislation and our recommendation for a safe execution of loan packages electronically.AustraliaFinance and BankingBennett & Philp Lawyers
ArticleNeighbours and the fights we have over waterWhen considering nuisance caused by the change of overland flow, consider the flow when the land is in a state arising from reasonable use.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationBennett & Philp Lawyers